By Adeyemi David The African Democratic Congress (ADC) on Wednesday launched a nationwide initiative, the “One ADC Movement,” aimed at mobilising Nigerians and uniting party members to defeat the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) in the 2027 elections. Speaking at the event in Abuja, the party’s National Coordinator, Mrs. Lauretta Onuchie, said the movement was…
The Federal High Court in Abuja on Wednesday adjourned the hearing of a fundamental rights enforcement suit filed by former Kaduna State Governor, Nasir El-Rufai, against the Independent Corrupt Practices and Other Related Offences Commission (ICPC), the Inspector-General of Police, the Chief Magistrate of the FCT, Abuja, and the Attorney-General of the Federation (AGF) until…
Atletico Madrid delivered a sensational first-leg performance, defeating Tottenham Hotspur 5–2 on Tuesday at the Metropolitano Stadium in their UEFA Champions League round-of-16 clash. The Spanish side dominated from the outset, capitalising on early mistakes by Tottenham’s young goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky, who was making only his third appearance of the season. Kinsky’s errors allowed Atletico…
By Seun Ibiyemi Industry experts in Nigeria’s energy sector have called on the Federal Government to prioritise bold privatisation over bureaucratic committees as the only sustainable solution to the country’s chronic power challenges and broader economic stagnation. In an interview with BusinessPointer, Engineer Eleojo Joseph stressed that while the generation and distribution segments of Nigeria’s…
By Seun Ibiyemi Geregu Power Plc has projected a post-tax profit of N8.1 billion for the second quarter of 2026, translating to earnings per share of N3.27, as the power generation company forecasts steady performance despite a more cautious revenue outlook. According to the company’s financial forecast, sales for the quarter are expected to reach…
By Seun Ibiyemi Nigeria’s airports will begin operating a hybrid payment system at access gates from Thursday, March 13, following the suspension of the fully cashless arrangement that caused traffic congestion at several airports across the country. The new system, introduced by the Federal Airports Authority of Nigeria (FAAN), will allow motorists to pay gate…
By Adeyemi David The opposition Peoples Democratic Party (PDP) has lost more seats in the House of Representatives of Nigeria following the defection of four of its members to the ruling All Progressives Congress (APC) and the Accord Party. The lawmakers formally announced their defections in separate letters read during plenary on Wednesday by the…
By Seun Ibiyemi Skyway Aviation Handling Company PLC (SAHCO) recently hosted its partners, clients, and stakeholders to a special Ramadan Iftar lecture and dinner aimed at strengthening relationships within the aviation industry while promoting the values of faith, discipline, and ethical conduct. The event, held at the Lagos Marriott Hotel Ikeja, brought together airline representatives,…
By Seun Ibiyemi The Director General of the Nigerian Maritime Administration and Safety Agency (NIMASA), Dr Dayo Mobereola has called for digital transformation as a catalyst for increasing the number of women participation in the maritime industry. Dr Mobereola said this in Lagos at a regional symposium organized by NIMASA in collaboration with the Kofi…
By Seun Ibiyemi Fidelity Bank Plc has launched its “Give Her Power” initiative, a comprehensive programme aimed at boosting women’s economic empowerment in Nigeria. The launch included the signing of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) with partner organisations, cementing collaborations to support skill development, mentorship, and entrepreneurship. The initiative, unveiled during activities commemorating the 2026 International…
